International Journal of Orthopaedics Research(IJOR)
ISSN: 2690-9189 | DOI: 10.33140/IJOR
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Face Mask Protocol in An ?ndividual with Skeletal Class III in Malocclusion: A Case Report
Abstract
Gizem Yazdan Ozen, Ali Kagan OZEN, Abdulvahit Erdem
In this case presentation, it was aimed to treat a male patient aged 12 years and 1 month with Skeletal Class III anomaly characterized by maxillary retrognathia and achieve Skeletal Class I bite without the need for future orthognathic sur- gical procedures. In order to easily bypass the anterior crossbite of the patient, an intraoral clear plate to increase the occlusion was used. In order to rectify the maxillary retrognathia, a petit-type face mask was used for 8 weeks. With the application of the face mask, a successful treatment was achieved. Significant corrections were achieved in the skeletal, dental and soft tissue values of the patient.